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EPISODE · Mar 2, 2026 · 29 MIN

The Financial Mistake Almost Every Salon Owner Makes

from Tell Me About It · host Cait Muir

Fully booked… working nonstop… and clients love you. So why does tax time always feel like a crisis - and why does your bank account always feel empty?If you’re a hairdresser, beauty therapist, barber, salon owner, or creative business owner who is making money but constantly stressed about it - you’re not broke because you don’t earn enough.In fact, you’re probably earning more than enoughThe truth is, you’re broke because you don’t know where your money is going.In this episode, I’m diving into the overspending epidemic in small businesses - especially in the hair and beauty industry.I’m also breaking down the exact financial habits that quietly destroy profitable businesses (and what to do about it).Tune in to discover:✅ Why earning more money won’t fix your financial stress✅ How overspending sabotages profitable businesses✅ The real reason tax time feels like an emergency✅ How to properly set aside GST, PAYG & income tax (Australia)✅ The first step to getting out of business debt✅ How to do a full expense audit (step-by-step)✅ Why outsourcing bookkeeping doesn’t remove your responsibility✅ How to stop the debt spiral before it buries youKey moments:00:00:00 The Tap and Pray Method00:03:00 Where Your Money Actually Goes00:05:20 Hidden Subscriptions and Waste00:08:40 Tax Debt Destroys Businesses00:13:40 The Dangerous Debt Spiral00:17:00 Outsourcing Without Oversight00:22:00 The Education Gap00:23:20 Compassion Ends, Accountability Starts00:24:40 Tactical Steps to Fix It00:28:00 Invest in Financial EducationIf you're a salon owner, stylist, barber, or beauty professional who's tired of working nonstop and still stressing about money - hit play and start sorting your spending today.-👉Find out more about how we can work together:https://iconiccoaching.com.au/coaching/-👉Here’s how to connect:https://www.instagram.com/tellmeaboutit__podcasthttps://iconiccoaching.com.au

Fully booked… working nonstop… and clients love you. So why does tax time always feel like a crisis - and why does your bank account always feel empty? If you’re a hairdresser, beauty therapist, barber, salon owner, or creative business owner who is making money but constantly stressed about it - you’re not broke because you don’t earn enough. In fact, you’re probably earning more than enough The truth is, you’re broke because you don’t know where your money is going. In this episode, I’m...

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